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  • Page 1 MODEL 68086-3 owner s manual ’...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BASIC TUNING read and follow the procedures in this manual. ADJUSTMENTS Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to assure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction MAINTAINING possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new model!

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    To-Win, Slash, Slash 4X4, Velineon, CROSS-REFERENCES and ProGraphix are trademarks parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints or registered trademarks of at Traxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping identified by the icons below.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate • Don’t Get Burned: The heat sink can get extremely hot, so be careful your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and not to touch it until it is cool.
  • Page 5 LiPos. on the risks associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not • Store and transport your battery pack(s) in a cool dry place.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued from previous page) • DO NOT charge batteries inside of an automobile. DO NOT charge • DO NOT disassemble, crush, short circuit, or expose the batteries to batteries while driving in an automobile. This charger is equipped flame or other source of ignition.

  • Page 7: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    8mm/4mm wrench 4-way wrench model, but are a good idea to include in any R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers • Phillips screwdriver...

  • Page 8: Anatomy Of The Slash 4X4

    ANATOMY OF THE SLASH 4X4 Caster Block Battery Battery Steering Block Rear Camber Link Compartment Hold-Down Half Shaft Traxxas High-Current Front Connector Battery Suspension Arm Spur Gear Motor Front Shock Tower Rear Shock Tower Drive Shaft Chassis Shock Steering Servo...

  • Page 9: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.

  • Page 10: Radio And

    INTRODUCTION signals from the electronic speed control and the motor synch with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is optimized Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals to virtually eliminate cogging. Traxxas Link ™...
  • Page 11 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance servos, made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory”...
  • Page 12 CH1 - Channel 1* Steering † *Not used Accessory sensor ports for use with standard voltage/temperature and RPM Trim telemetry sensors (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) VXL-3s ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Multi-Function Knob Traxxas High-Current Sensor Expansion Connector (Male)
  • Page 13 INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery The Traxxas Battery Charger is a fully featured NiMH (Nickle Metal The included charger is compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
  • Page 14 Secure the battery resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector and optimize the charge hold-down with body clip in is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
  • Page 15 • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system. Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely the battery pack is plugged Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver turned off while adjusting steering trim.
  • Page 16 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Before each running session with your model, you should range-test Using Reverse: While driving, adjustment should be checked before running the model in case of your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 17 3x4mm set was engineered into your Traxxas cut the metal tip, and do not screw. To remove the antenna tube, bend or cut the white wire at...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    Battery connector: then the Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED (not safe to use LiPo batteries). If VXL-3s Operation Traxxas High-Current the LED is solid green, then Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED. Connector To operate the speed control and test programming, place the vehicle on a stable To activate Low-Voltage Detection (LiPo setting): block or stand so that all of the drive wheels are off the ground.
  • Page 19 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection 4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low- Patented Training Mode To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile Voltage Detection DISABLED).

  • Page 20: Driving Your Model

    RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS you can enjoy it for a long time to come. Your new Traxxas model is designed with water-resistant features to • When using the supplied optional pinion for top-speed running, limit protect the electronics in the model (receiver, servos, electronic speed your driving to paved surfaces only.
  • Page 21 1. Drain the tires by spinning the tires at high speed to “sling” the water out. One way to do this is to make several high-speed passes on a flat, • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to dry surface (if possible).
  • Page 22 Label which wire is for which channel. 4. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp. 5. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.8x8mm cap screws securely. 22 • SLASH 4x4...

  • Page 23: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    Rear toe-in can be adjusted settings. The more progressive using accessory rear axle suspension settings help carriers, Traxxas Part #1952X. reduce body roll (increased roll These can add or remove 1.5° toe per side, for a total of 1 to stiffness), dive during braking, 4 degrees per side.
  • Page 24 Place the model on a high-traction surface, such as carpet . Adjust the slipper so that you can hear it slip for approximately two feet from a If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS standing, full throttle start. (Learn more about adjusting the slipper clutch in the sidebar.)

  • Page 25: Maintaining Your Model

    • Steering: Over time, you may notice increased looseness in the steering Assembly installed into these holes to system. The tie rod ends may wear out from use (Traxxas Parts #2742 and limit dirt entry. Use Traxxas #5525). Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances.

  • Page 26: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Gearing Compatibility Chart: • Front Roll Center CAMBER GAIN Front C-hub The chart below shows recommended To lower the roll center Slash 4x4 has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry of the gear combination ranges for your model. on the front suspension, front and rear suspension.
  • Page 27 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS GEARING LIPO BATTERIES One of the more significant advantages to your model’s transmission LiPo batteries are intended only for the most advanced users that are Velineon 3500 Specs is the extremely wide range of available gear ratios. Changing the educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use.
  • Page 28 Do not remove the two screws that secure the shock tower. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers SAE 10,000W, 7. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to remove the two screw pins that 30,000W, and 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list).
  • Page 29 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Rear differential: Refilling the differential: 1. Remove the two 3x20mm button-head screws that secure the 1. Remove the four 2.5x10mm screws from the differential case top bumper mount to diff case. and carefully pull the diff case halves apart. Work over a towel to collect any fluid that drips from the differential.

  • Page 30: Tq Advanced Tuning Guide

    (set to The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Starting Over: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 17). Accessing Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity, but Restoring Factory Defaults the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on applies the effect to the throttle channel.
  • Page 31 This is especially handy if you operate multiple equipped with a built-in failsafe This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to prevent binding vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link ™ Model Memory. function that returns the throttle...
  • Page 32 Model Lock Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, Traxxas Link blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked.
  • Page 33 Transmitter is restored to default Press C onfirm Deletion Delete Model Two Blinks Green One Blink Red *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907).
  • Page 34 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the Menu Tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...
  • Page 35 Traxxas Link Real-Time Telemetry For more information The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store℠ or on When you equip your model about the Traxxas Link Wireless Module and the Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning...
  • Page 36 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 170926 68086-3-OM-EN-R02...

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